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Medical Services

Specialties

Programs & Services

Languages

  • English

Education

Undergraduate School

Biology

Indiana University

1991, Bloomington, IN

Graduate School

Biology - Cardiovascular Disease

Harvard University Extension School

1996, Cambridge, MA

Medical School

Dartmouth Medical School

2000, Hanover, NH

Internship

General Surgery

Massachusetts General Hospital

2001, Boston, MA

Residency

Orthopedic Surgery

Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency Program

2005, Boston, MA

Fellowship

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Boston Children's Hospital

2006, Boston, MA

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (General)

Professional History

Dr. Travis Matheney’s primary clinical and research interest is the diagnosis and treatment of hip problems in children and adults. He also has a strong interest in pediatric orthopedic trauma and is a faculty member of the AO Foundation, the original international orthopedic trauma association. He is one of 12 instructors for their Pediatric Orthopaedic Trauma course in North America.

Media

Caregiver Profile

Meet Dr. Travis Matheney

Q&A

The Child and Young Adult Hip Preservation Program team answer questions about hip pain

Answers Blog

Hip pain resolved, Louise takes steps to become a surgeon

Publications

  1. The Reliability of Intraoperative Hip Arthrography in Cerebral Palsy Hip Reconstruction. J Pediatr Soc North Am. 2023 May; 5(2):595. View Abstract

  2. Comparison of Contrast-enhanced Ultrasound and Contrast-enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Assessment of Infant Hip Perfusion and Prediction of Proximal Femoral Growth Disturbance Following Closed and Open Reduction for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: A Preliminary Study. J Pediatr Orthop. 2024 Apr 01; 44(4):e335-e343. View Abstract

  3. Acetabular Rim Disorders: Epidemiology, Etiology, Management, and Outcomes. JBJS Rev. 2023 08 01; 11(8). View Abstract

  4. The Impact of Age on Clinical Outcomes of Acetabular Microfracture During FAI Surgery. Am J Sports Med. 2023 08; 51(10):2559-2566. View Abstract

  5. A Prospective, Multicenter Study of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: What Can Patients Expect After Open Reduction? J Pediatr Orthop. 2023 May-Jun 01; 43(5):279-285. View Abstract

  6. MRI hip morphology is abnormal in unilateral DDH and increased lateral limbus thickness is associated with residual DDH at minimum 10-year follow-up. J Child Orthop. 2023 Apr; 17(2):86-96. View Abstract

  7. Barriers to Discharge After Hip Reconstruction Surgery in Non-ambulatory Children With Neurological Complex Chronic Conditions. J Pediatr Orthop. 2022 09 01; 42(8):e882-e888. View Abstract

  8. Epidural Analgesia Versus Lumbar Plexus Blockade After Hip Reconstruction Surgery in Children With Cerebral Palsy and Intrathecal Baclofen Pumps: A Comparison of Safety and Efficacy. J Pediatr Orthop. 2022 Apr 01; 42(4):222-228. View Abstract

  9. Conservative Treatment of Avulsion Injuries of the Lesser Trochanter in Adolescent Athletes. Cureus. 2021 Jun; 13(6):e15638. View Abstract

  10. Hip Reconstruction in Nonambulatory Children With Cerebral Palsy: Identifying Risk Factors Associated With Postoperative Complications and Prolonged Length of Stay. J Pediatr Orthop. 2020 Nov/Dec; 40(10):e972-e977. View Abstract

  11. The Use of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) in Neuromuscular Hip Reconstruction: Can We Alter the Need for Blood Transfusion? J Pediatr Orthop. 2020 Sep; 40(8):e766-e771. View Abstract

  12. Incidence of Pediatric Venous Thromboembolism After Elective Spine and Lower-Extremity Surgery in Children With Neuromuscular Complex Chronic Conditions: Do we Need Prophylaxis? J Pediatr Orthop. 2020 May/Jun; 40(5):e375-e379. View Abstract

  13. Should I Plan to Open? Predicting the Need for Open Reduction in the Treatment of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip. J Pediatr Orthop. 2020 May-Jun; 40(5):e329-e334. View Abstract

  14. Vascular Supply to the Femoral Head in Patients With Healed Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis. J Pediatr Orthop. 2020 Jan; 40(1):e53-e57. View Abstract

  15. Ultrasound Characteristics of Clinically Dislocated But Reducible Hips With DDH. J Pediatr Orthop. 2019 Oct; 39(9):453-457. View Abstract

  16. Radiation Prophylaxis for Hip Salvage Surgery in Cerebral Palsy: Can We Reduce the Incidence of Heterotopic Ossification? J Pediatr Orthop. 2019 May/Jun; 39(5):e386-e391. View Abstract

  17. Closed Reduction for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: Early-term Results From a Prospective, Multicenter Cohort. J Pediatr Orthop. 2019 Mar; 39(3):111-118. View Abstract

  18. Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip From Birth to Arthroplasty: Clear Indications and New Controversies. Instr Course Lect. 2019; 68:319-336. View Abstract

  19. Measuring the Reliability and Construct Validity of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory-Computer Adaptive Test (PEDI-CAT) in Children With Cerebral Palsy. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2019 01; 100(1):45-51. View Abstract

  20. Acute Exertional Compartment Syndrome in Young Athletes: A Descriptive Case Series and Review of the Literature. Pediatr Emerg Care. 2018 Feb; 34(2):76-80. View Abstract

  21. Fracture Table Application for Pediatric Femur Fractures: Incidence and Risk Factors Associated With Adverse Outcomes. J Pediatr Orthop. 2017 Sep; 37(6):e353-e356. View Abstract

  22. Ultrasound Characteristics of Clinically Dislocated But Reducible Hips With DDH. J Pediatr Orthop. 2017 Jul 21. View Abstract

  23. Evaluating the Discriminant Validity of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory: Computer Adaptive Test in Children With Cerebral Palsy. Phys Ther. 2017 Jun 01; 97(6):669-676. View Abstract

  24. Does Weather Matter? The Effect of Weather Patterns and Temporal Factors on Pediatric Orthopedic Trauma Volume. Open Orthop J. 2016; 10:550-558. View Abstract

  25. Closed Reduction for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: Early-term Results From a Prospective, Multicenter Cohort. J Pediatr Orthop. 2016 Nov 11. View Abstract

  26. Evaluation of Brace Treatment for Infant Hip Dislocation in a Prospective Cohort: Defining the Success Rate and Variables Associated with Failure. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2016 Jul 20; 98(14):1215-21. View Abstract

  27. Acetabular and femoral remodeling after varus derotational osteotomy in cerebral palsy: the effect of age and Gross Motor Function Classification Level. J Pediatr Orthop B. 2016 Jul; 25(4):322-30. View Abstract

  28. Survivorship of the Bernese Periacetabular Osteotomy: What Factors are Associated with Long-term Failure? Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2017 Feb; 475(2):396-405. View Abstract

  29. What Risk Factors and Characteristics Are Associated With Late-presenting Dislocations of the Hip in Infants? Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2016 May; 474(5):1131-7. View Abstract

  30. Activity Level and Severity of Dysplasia Predict Age at Bernese Periacetabular Osteotomy for Symptomatic Hip Dysplasia. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2016 Apr 20; 98(8):665-71. View Abstract

  31. Proximal Femoral Varus Derotation Osteotomy in Children with Cerebral Palsy: The Effect of Age, Gross Motor Function Classification System Level, and Surgeon Volume on Surgical Success. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2015 Dec 16; 97(24):2024-31. View Abstract

  32. Medial versus anterior open reduction for developmental hip dislocation in age-matched patients. J Pediatr Orthop. 2015 Jan; 35(1):50-6. View Abstract

  33. Complications after modified Dunn osteotomy for the treatment of adolescent slipped capital femoral epiphysis. J Pediatr Orthop. 2014 Oct-Nov; 34(7):661-7. View Abstract

  34. Acute compartment syndrome in children and teenagers with tibial shaft fractures: incidence and multivariable risk factors. J Orthop Trauma. 2013 Nov; 27(11):616-21. View Abstract

  35. Femoroacetabular impingement: current concepts and controversies. Orthop Clin North Am. 2013 Oct; 44(4):575-89. View Abstract

  36. Case reports: acetabular damage after mild slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2013 Jul; 471(7):2163-72. View Abstract

  37. How to choose the right patient for correction of acetabular dysplasia after skeletal maturity. J Pediatr Orthop. 2013 Jul-Aug; 33 Suppl 1:S13-20. View Abstract

  38. The modified Dunn procedure for unstable slipped capital femoral epiphysis: a multicenter perspective. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2013 Apr 03; 95(7):585-91. View Abstract

  39. Imaging SCFE: diagnosis, treatment and complications. Pediatr Radiol. 2013 Mar; 43 Suppl 1:S71-82. View Abstract

  40. Motion analysis, cartilage mechanics, and biology in femoroacetabular impingement: current understanding and areas of future research. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2013; 21 Suppl 1:S27-32. View Abstract

  41. Alternative technique for open reduction and fixation of displaced pediatric medial epicondyle fractures: author response to letter to the editor. J Child Orthop. 2012 Jul; 6(3):257. View Abstract

  42. Alternative technique for open reduction and fixation of displaced pediatric medial epicondyle fractures. J Child Orthop. 2012 Jun; 6(2):105-9. View Abstract

  43. Incidence of skin complications and associated charges in children treated with hip spica casts for femur fractures. J Pediatr Orthop. 2011 Jan-Feb; 31(1):17-22. View Abstract

  44. [Blunt force injuries due to martial arts in children--a diagnostic problem? Delayed diagnosis of an infected hematoma]. Unfallchirurg. 2010 Oct; 113(10):866-9. View Abstract

  45. Unilateral subtalar coalition: contralateral sustentaculum tali morphology. Radiology. 2010 Dec; 257(3):830-5. View Abstract

  46. Intermediate to long-term results following the bernese periacetabular osteotomy and predictors of clinical outcome: surgical technique. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2010 Sep; 92 Suppl 1 Pt 2:115-29. View Abstract

  47. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons clinical practice guideline on treatment of pediatric diaphyseal femur fracture. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2010 Jul 21; 92(8):1790-2. View Abstract

  48. Efficiency of iloprost treatment for osseous malperfusion. Int Orthop. 2011 May; 35(5):761-5. View Abstract

  49. Initial increased wear debris of XLPE-Al2O3 bearing in total hip arthroplasties. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2010 Dec; 130(12):1481-6. View Abstract

  50. Treatment of pediatric diaphyseal femur fractures. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2009 Nov; 17(11):718-25. View Abstract

  51. Triple pelvic osteotomy in complex hip dysplasia seen in neuromuscular and teratologic conditions. J Pediatr Orthop. 2009 Sep; 29(6):527-34. View Abstract

  52. Intermediate to long-term results following the Bernese periacetabular osteotomy and predictors of clinical outcome. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2009 Sep; 91(9):2113-23. View Abstract

  53. Lateral entry compared with medial and lateral entry pin fixation for completely displaced supracondylar humeral fractures in children. A randomized clinical trial. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2007 Apr; 89(4):706-12. View Abstract

  54. Alcohol consumption and hemostatic factors: analysis of the Framingham Offspring cohort. Circulation. 2001 Sep 18; 104(12):1367-73. View Abstract

  55. Association of fibrinogen with cardiovascular risk factors and cardiovascular disease in the Framingham Offspring Population. Circulation. 2000 Oct 03; 102(14):1634-8. View Abstract

  56. Measuring health state preferences in women with breast hypertrophy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2000 Aug; 106(2):280-8. View Abstract

  57. Hypobetalipoproteinemia is associated with low levels of hemostatic risk factors in the Framingham offspring population. Circulation. 1997 Feb 18; 95(4):825-30. View Abstract

  58. Association between increased estrogen status and increased fibrinolytic potential in the Framingham Offspring Study. Circulation. 1995 Apr 01; 91(7):1952-8. View Abstract

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